triptych

/'triptik/

Thân thiện

A museum visitor stands before a large triptych on the wall.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A work of art divided into three sections: A "triptych" is a painting, carving, or other artwork, especially for an altar, that is composed of three panels. These panels are often hinged together so the two outer sections can fold over the central one.

Usage and Examples

• Noun:
  • The museum's collection includes a famous Renaissance triptych depicting the life of Christ.
  • The artist created a modern triptych, with each panel representing a different season.

Advanced Usage

• As a conceptual or literary term: While primarily an art term, "triptych" can be used metaphorically to describe any set of three connected works, such as three novels, musical pieces, or films that form a cohesive whole.
  • The director's war trilogy is considered a cinematic triptych.

Variants and Related Words

• Diptych (n): A work of art on two panels, hinged together.
• Polyptych (n): A work of art on more than three panels, hinged together.

Synonyms

• Triple painting: A descriptive synonym emphasizing the three-part structure.
• Three-panel artwork: A straightforward descriptive term.

Related Phrases and Idioms

• In triptych form: Describing something that is structured in three parts.
  • The story was presented in triptych form, showing the event from three perspectives.

Học thuật

Noun

1. art consisting of a painting or carving (especially an altarpiece) on three panels (usually hinged together)